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I just acquired this 1980-81 M77 chambered in 25-06. It has the tang safety, but, I’m not sure why it seems to have a stock that isn’t on other models of the time. It has fancy embellishments on the stock inside the checkered areas, that I’m just not seeing on other models. The only other online rifles I can find with the same stock appearance and embellishments are labeled as ,” Lenard Brownell of Al Beisen” customs. I’m not seeing any marking that these rifles have, however, but the stock seems identical to Al’s stocks.
I think we all know who Brownell, is. What I DON’T know is if this is an aftermarket stock, or, if it’s a hacked rifle? The stock is beautifully polished and of a wood grain that is pretty stunning. It also has a compensator that, while I’m sure it’s aftermarket, is machined to look as OEM as they come. It was either factory OR, done by an excellent gunsmith, or someone with skill. The bore is like new, and I can’t find a blemish on it anywhere, really. One small scratch that takes some time to find, in the right light at the right angle.
Can someone help me identify what I have? Unfortunately, I can’t get the rifle off the 8-day,”If it was stolen and sold to a gun shop” NC hold until tomorrow.
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Is the bolt shroud custom too?
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Honestly, I would assume it is. Its jeweled, but, I cannot be certain. I haven't had a chance to open it up and look to search for any markings inside the stock ETC. I am just shocked that there isn't a mark or indication of a smith on it. Whoever did this, knew what they were doing. Even the muzzle device is a perfect bluing match, and, I don't see any indication that the main gun was reblued.
It's driving me crazy.
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I don't know - but it sure is a nice looking rifle! I hope it shoots as good as it looks. 25-06 is a favorite cartridge of mine and I've always liked Ruger rifles, looks like you got a very nice one.
Regards, Guy
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I'd love to have that problem.
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I would bet $100 that is a HARRY LAWSON stocked and customized gun.
The steamlined bolt shroud is a dead giveaway, as well as the Fleur-de- lis Checkering and the high gloss finish on bolt metal and wood.
He was well known for his Flashy "Star Wars" looking rifles- Mostly high gloss finshed Remington 700s with Fancy wood thumbhole stocks ,streamlined bolt shrouds and muzzle brakes.
Many folks did not know that he also did CLASSIC stocked guns. I believe that is what you have.
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The seller brought in a entire stock of rifles and shotguns. These were, and I kid you not, all the lesser of his multiples of each firearm. He didn't provide much if any info on any of them, and I cant be sure he even knew what this was other than am M77. Seems to be a guy who sees a gun he likes and just buys it.
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Awesome! Thanks for that info. Any idea where he may have marked the rifle with his stamp or signature?
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Is the bolt shroud custom too? That and the muzzle brake too.
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Awesome! Thanks for that info. Any idea where he may have marked the rifle with his stamp or signature? No matter who the maker is, the most common place they put a mark or signature is in the inletting(usually the barrel channel or action flat) .They also may put a makers mark under the buttplate- but since that stock has a pad, probably not.
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Welp, figured it out. Stamped in the tip of the fore end.
H Lawson. Pretty stoked!
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Steensj2004: What a cool Rifle in a great caliber! I love everything about it, except at each end, there are un-needed accoutrements (the muzzle brake and the huge pad). Enjoy that fine rig - or are you selling it? Which fixed power scope is that? TIA And again enjoy. Hold into the wind VarmintGuy P.S.: Welcome to the CampFire.
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Tip of the stock fore end is stamped ," H Lawson." You nailed it. Now I wonder about value? I would bet $100 that is a HARRY LAWSON stocked and customized gun.
The steamlined bolt shroud is a dead giveaway, as well as the Fleur-de- lis Checkering and the high gloss finish on bolt metal and wood.
He was well known for his Flashy "Star Wars" looking rifles- Mostly high gloss finshed Remington 700s with Fancy wood thumbhole stocks ,streamlined bolt shrouds and muzzle brakes.
Many folks did not know that he also did CLASSIC stocked guns. I believe that is what you have.
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That sure is a gorgeous rifle. I am a huge fan of the .25-06 as well! It has served me well for a ton of coyotes, some mule deer and even a couple of elk.
Typically I have used one of the various 115-120 grain bullets but am going to give the 100 grain E-Tips a try!!
My money is on that your Ruger is a beautifully done semi-custom!
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